Under the National Programme for the Healthcare of the Elderly, the geriatric clinic is established at which level of health facility?
- A District Hospital ✓
- B Primary Health Centre
- C Community Health Centre
- D Sub-centre
Correct answer: A. District Hospital
Explanation
The National Programme for the Healthcare of the Elderly establishes geriatric clinics and dedicated inpatient wards at the District Hospital level. Community Health Centres are equipped for basic geriatric screening and rehabilitation. Sub-centres and Primary Health Centres provide home-based outreach and screening but not specialized geriatric clinics.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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